Northern and Central Queensland primary producers directly impacted by the monsoon and flooding event from 20 December 2022 to 30 April 2023 can now apply for new co-contribution grants of up to $150,000.
The grants can help with the costs of restocking livestock and rebuilding or restoring on-farm infrastructure that was lost or damaged – and help producers better prepare for future events.
The Albanese and Miles Governments are jointly providing $5million through the North Queensland Restocking and On-farm Infrastructure Grants for eligible primary producers in the local government areas of Boulia, Burke, Carpentaria, Cloncurry, Doomadgee, Mornington, and Mount Isa.
The grants are being delivered by the Queensland Rural and Industry Development Authority (QRIDA), with applications now open at qrida.qld.gov.au Applications will remain open until 30 June 2025 or until the available funding is distributed.
As stated by Federal Minister for Emergency Management Senator the Hon Jenny McAllister:
"We know this event has had a long-term impact on farmers and communities in Northern and Central Queensland.
"This grants program will provide primary producers with the financial support to restore infrastructure and restock livestock, helping them to recover from the social and economic impacts of these significant flooding events.
"We remain committed to supporting farming communities improve their resilience and prepare for future disasters."
As stated by Queensland Minister for Agricultural Industry Development and Fisheries and Minister for Rural Communities Mark Furner:
"We thank the Australian Government for working with the Queensland Government to deliver additional financial assistance to primary producers who have lost livestock or on-farm infrastructure as a direct result of this disaster.
"The North Queensland Restocking and On-farm Infrastructure Grants can be used for a range of eligible activities including restoring damaged yards and paddocks and replacing lost livestock and fencing.
"I would strongly encourage any eligible primary producers who have been impacted by this monsoon and flooding event to apply for these new grants."
As stated by QRIDA Disaster and Drought Manager Sheree Finney:
